Organic Peanut Butter Unsweetened
Organic peanut butter made from certified peanuts, ground into a paste without sugar or additives. This product falls under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'other' ground-nut preparations, as it is a peanut paste not elsewhere specified, and does not contain any ingredients that would reclassify it.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is marketed and sold as peanut butter
Peanut butter is a specific product under subheading 2008.11.10, regardless of organic status.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Have organic certification documents ready, as the CBSA may require proof of organic status for verification
• Ensure the product is labeled correctly with the country of origin to determine applicable duty rates
• Be aware that organic certification does not change the tariff classification but may affect market access requirements
Related Products under Tariff item 2008.11.90
Barbecue Flavored Peanuts
Dry-roasted peanuts with a barbecue seasoning blend including smoke, paprika, and sugars. These otherwise prepared ground-nuts with added sweetening are classified under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'Other'.
Blanched Peanut Kernels Industrial Grade
Industrial-grade blanched peanut kernels prepared by dry blanching for further manufacturing. These ground-nuts are otherwise prepared or preserved, not elsewhere specified, and fall under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'Other' ground-nuts.
Blanched Peanuts for Confectionery GN15
Blanched peanuts specifically prepared for chocolate coating in candy production. These are ground-nuts prepared by blanching, falling under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'other' ground-nut preparations, not elsewhere specified.
Blanched Runner Peanuts Food Manufacturing
Blanched Runner peanuts in 50lb bulk bags for food manufacturing, with skins removed and ready for roasting or grinding. These prepared ground-nuts are otherwise prepared or preserved and are classified under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'Other'.
Blanched Spanish Peanuts for Processing
Small red-skinned Spanish peanuts blanched and packed in bulk for industrial use. These prepared ground-nuts, with skins removed, are otherwise prepared or preserved and classified under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'Other'.
Blanched Spanish Peanuts GN15
Blanched Spanish variety peanuts, roasted and ready for snacking. These are prepared ground-nuts falling under tariff item 2008.11.90 as 'other' ground-nut preparations, not elsewhere specified.